Apps to Make Saving Easier
Saving for a home, retirement, a vacation or anything else can be difficult.The median retirement savings of all working-age families in the United States is $5,000, according to the Economic Policy Institute. Given that many financial advisers recommend having about $1 million in retirement, that leaves many families far short of their retirement plans.Don’t let […]
Maintaining the Beauty of Your Natural Stone Fireplace
In your home or in your vacation cabin, a handsome stone hearth is often the gatheringplace for comfy family evenings. But accumulations of dirt, soot and ash can make yourfireplace less efficient and ruin the lovely patina of natural stone.You can help maintain its beauty and safety with this once-yearly facelift routine:Clean the firebox. At […]
Making Your Money Last Long Into Retirement
The average length of retirement in the United States is 18 years, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.How do retirees pay for those 18 years? Retirement plans vary, though most people eventually collect Social Security and Medicare benefits. Here are some strategies for making the most of your money that’s set aside for retirement:Maximize Social […]